During the Civil War, Minnesota used the fort to train volunteers interested in joining the Union Army. It also served as a supply base for the Dakota Territory and functioned as a training center for soldiers. The views from this point are impressive of the Mississippi River and Downtown Minneapolis area.

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1. Minnehaha Trail Loop

4.96km

01:20

60m

Hike the easy 3.1-mile Minnehaha Trail Loop in Fort Snelling State Park, featuring Minnehaha Falls and views of the Mississippi River.

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2. Minnehaha Trail – Minnehaha Falls loop from Historic Fort Snelling

9.94km

02:36

80m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 240 m

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Location: Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States

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View of Downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi River from Historic Fort Snelling

1. Minnehaha Trail Loop

2. Minnehaha Trail – Minnehaha Falls loop from Historic Fort Snelling

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